Pre-sale of the week: Gruff Rhys – Babelsberg, out 8 June

Babelsberg is the fifth album by Gruff Rhys, his first record for Rough Trade since 2007’s classic Candylion. The album features orchestral scores by Swansea-based composer Stephen McNeff and the incredible work of the 72-piece BBC National Orchestra of Wales. The result is Gruff’s best record to date – a ten-song gazetteer of modern times, each track set to timeless, indelible melodies. Amazingly, for a collection of songs written over two years ago, each one seems to pull very sharp focus on the times we’re living in.

We’re offering Babelsberg at special pre-sale prices, which won’t be available after release. Click here for more details and to order your copy.